Poulan Pro 2550 User Manual

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Instruction Manual
Manual de Instrucciones
Manuel d'lnstructions
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2250 / 2450 / 2550 / 2550 SE / 2555
For Occasional Use Only
WARNING:
Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before
using this product. Failure to do so can result in serious injury.
ADVERTENClA:
Lea el manual de instrucciones y siga todas las advertencias e en-
strucciones de seguridad. El no hacerlo puede resultar en lesiones
graves.
AVERTISSEMENT:
Lire le manuel d'instructions et bien respecter tousles avertisse-
merits et routes les instructions de securite. Tout defaut de le faire
pourrait entra_ner des blessures graves.
Poulan Poulan
1030 Stevens Creek Road 5855 TerryFox Way
Augusta, GA 30907 Mississauga, ON L5V3E4
545123576 8/25/06

Poulan Pro 2550 Specifications

General

Brand	Poulan Pro
Model	2550
Category	Chainsaw
Language	English

Summary

SAFETY RULES

OPERATING PROCEDURES AND SAFETY

Safe Saw Operation

Details safe handling, two-handed use, ventilation, carrying, and starting procedures.

KICKBACK HAZARDS AND PREVENTION

Understanding Kickback Types

Explains the different types of kickback: Rotational, Pinch, and Pull-In.

Preventing Kickback

Provides methods to avoid kickback scenarios like pinch and pull-in.

REDUCING KICKBACK AND MAINTAINING CONTROL

Kickback Avoidance Techniques

Offers techniques to minimize kickback risk through planning and chain care.

Operator Control and Posture

Details proper grip, body posture, and balance for effective saw control.

KICKBACK SAFETY FEATURES

CHAIN BRAKE AND KICKBACK COMPENSATION

Chain Brake and CKA Explained

Details the chain brake function and the Computed Kickback Angle (CKA).

CHAIN INSTALLATION AND TENSIONING

Adjusting Chain Tension

Covers checking and adjusting chain tension, and securing the brake nuts.

FUELING AND LUBRICATION

Fueling and Oil Mixture

Details the correct fuel type, oil-to-gasoline ratio, and safe fueling practices.

Bar and Chain Lubrication

STARTING PROCEDURES

General Starting Precautions

Cold Engine Starting

Provides a step-by-step guide for starting the engine from a cold state.

STARTING AND CHAIN BRAKE OPERATION

Warm and Flooded Engine Starting

Chain Brake Functionality

Explains how the chain brake works, its activation, and testing procedures.

CUTTING METHODS AND TECHNIQUES

TREE FELLING TECHNIQUES

Pre-Felling Planning and Area Preparation

Covers crucial steps before felling, like checking tree conditions and planning retreat paths.

Felling Large Trees - Notch Method

Details the notch cutting method for felling large trees and hinge formation.

FALLEN TREE CUTTING (BUCKING)

Bucking Safety and Important Points

Highlights safety rules and key considerations for cutting fallen trees into logs.

Types of Bucking Cuts

BUCKING TECHNIQUES

Bucking Without Support

Bucking with Support

LIMBING AND PRUNING

Pruning Safety and Guidelines

Limb Removal Techniques

MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES

Air Filter Cleaning

Carburetor Adjustment

Explains how to adjust the carburetor for proper idling and engine performance.

Bar Maintenance

CHAIN AND SPARK PLUG MAINTENANCE

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Common Engine Problems and Solutions

A table listing common engine issues, their causes, and recommended remedies.